A sauna is a room lined with softwood heated by an electric or wood-heated sauna heater designed for sweat bathing. It can be enjoyed at any temperature depending on the preference of the bather.

Most saunas are heated by electricity, we also provide wood-heaters too.

Our kit rooms can be installed on many surfaces such as decks, concrete slabs (80mm minimum), paving, internal & external tiled floors. A minimum load rating of 300-500 kg depending on the kit room size.

It is not usually necessary to provide a floor drain in a residential sauna however it may be more convenient for cleaning purposes, a floor drain is recommended in commercial environments.

All of the SAWO rooms are constructed from premium grade materials including circa 70mm thick double insulated wall panels which are lined on both sides with 14mm kiln-dried western red cedar boards, benching, skirts, backrest, floor mat and accessories. The result is a premium quality, properly insulated and functioning western red cedar sauna room. This quality is significantly superior to other cheaper sauna rooms advertised on the internet. All rooms are prefabricated in SAWO's factory prior to shipping to ensure quality control is to a high standard.

Yes, delivery is calculated based on your location. 

Our team of two will deliver and install the sauna in the desired space, construction of the sauna can take approximately 6-8 hours depending if it's an indoor or outdoor installation and requires the installation of a roof. Once the sauna is constructed placement of the heater, rocks and the installation of the LED backrest light will be completed by a licensed electrician. Our team will remove all waste and dispose of it off-site.

Your sauna kit arrives flat packed with easy to follow instructions, and all the hardware required to assemble your prefabricated sauna kit room over a day or two. A qualified electrician is required to undertake the electrical works in relation to the sauna heater and LED light. 

Our licensed electricians can provide this service if necessary.

Yes, they need to be installed on a solid surface eg: slab, decking, paving (surface not provided by The Sauna Company).

If the Sauna is going to be exposed to the weather a Colorbond skillion roof or structure must be constructed and installed to protect the insulated ceiling as it is not waterproof. We can install a roof at the time of installation, this can be provided as extra cost. In addition, if installed outside the external cedar should be treated with a suitable protective oil or similar after installation and annually thereafter to protect it from the elements and ensure its longevity. 

Sauna rocks store heat from the sauna heater. When the bather ladles water onto the hot rocks, moistened air will blend with the dry air in the room, giving the bather an enjoyable and relaxing atmosphere. Never use the heater without stones, it may cause a fire and you must only use SAWO stones with a SAWO heater. 

No. You can only use water that is suitable for household use. Do not use water that contains chlorine like that from a swimming pool or hot tub because it will cause corrosion of your heater.

The door must remain closed during the warm up period, our prefabricated saunas can reach operating temperature within 30-40 minutes.

Our saunas reach optimal temperatures up to 90 degrees!

This can vary depending on floor surface and location of your sauna.

You can brush the sauna floors and walls with a heavily diluted detergent and water mixture or apply disinfecting agents like alkalescent or alkaline detergent using a damp cloth or sponge. If you apply a disinfecting agent, use cold water and rinse the wood panels thoroughly. It is advisable to clean the sauna before heating it so that it dries easily. Do not under any circumstances soak the softwood sauna timbers within the room or use a pressure cleaner. 

The infrared heats the muscles and body from inside out, making the sauna experience very different from a traditional, Finnish dry rock sauna which heats from the outside in. This typically results in very intensive sweating, cleansing the skin very efficiently, improving the recovery of the muscles and accelerating blood circulation.

Yes, our kit saunas come with a 12-month warranty covering any fault or defect attributable to our sauna works. Warranty is subject to manufacturer guidelines. It does not cover heater element replacement, items considered to be normal wear and tear, or damage and this is voided in the case of misuse.

As often as you like. But most people go to the sauna twice or thrice a week usually in the evenings to relax after a hard day's work.

While some experienced sauna users, especially in Finland, may turn the sauna into a longer social event, don’t overdo it. The longer you stay in the sauna, the more you risk dehydration, so a general rule is to cap your time to 15 to 20 minutes.

You should seek medical advice before using a sauna if you’re pregnant or have a chronic health condition. 

Children under 12 require adult supervision, it is recommended they should remain in the sauna for a few minutes and in a moderate temperature.